Rocco's Music Lessons (Drum, Piano, Production, Song Writing)

Years of Experience: 10 Location Options: In Studio, In Home, In Webcam Travel Radius: 10 Genres: Rock, Blues, Jazz, Classical, Country, Acoustic, Christian, RB, Gospel, Pop, Funk, Soul, Reggae, Hip Hop Age Groups: Children, Young Adult, Adult, Under 6 Years Instruments Taught: Drum Lessons,Keyboard and Piano Lessons,Song Writing Lessons,Record Engineer Produce Overview: Denver native and Marimba One Artist, Rocco Lc began his musical career on drum set and shifted to the vibraphone at just ten years old when, through a challenging audition process, he was selected to attend the prestigious Denver School of the Arts DSA. At DSA, he had the privilege of studying with Denver percussion icons Dave Hammond and Greg Harris. From there, was forever changed by his musical experience. was courted by numerous conservatories, universities and colleges when considering his options for undergraduate studies, and ultimately accepted a full scholarship to the University of Colorado Boulder’s esteemed Jazz Performance program in the College of Music. The recruitment package broke new ground for the university by offering the creation and customization of a special emphasis on jazz vibraphone to suit ’ talent. expects to graduate with his bachelor’s degree in May of 2020. Inspired by his musical mentors, including Aaron Parks, Joshua Redman, Peter Bernstein, Yosvany Terry, Jeff Jenkins and Carl Cecchine, Jr. ’ grandfather and a gifted musician, ’ has dedicated his life to pursuing jazz performance, instruction, education and promotion. has completed an impressive list of independent advanced jazz immersion programs complementing his undergraduate studies, including attending the Stanford Jazz Intensive on scholarship. He has competed in a variety of local and national musical competitions and has received awards in many categories. regularly records and performs with multiple combos throughout Colorado at festivals and venues including the Telluride Jazz Festival, Dazzle Denver, Cucuru Art Gallery Colorado Springs and the Laughing Goat Boulder, as well as being a seasoned veteran of live radio performances KUVO-FM. has worked as an independent percussion instructor, offering customized private lessons, workshops and masterclasses. embodies the future of jazz music while respecting its roots and preserving its traditions. is available for performance, studio work, consultation and instruction, and can be reached at or 303.808.2559. Check out his website and an archive article titled,Young Musician Spotlight: Rocco from the year 2014. Formal Education: University of Colorado Boulder (2020 Bachelors in Music Performance) Performing Experience: I have been fortunate to perform as a percussionist, drummer, and mallet player all over the United States with several different ensembles specializing in numerous genres. Experience Teaching: I have been teaching for 10+ years and my former students have gone on to attend the Juilliard School, Manhattan School of Music, and the San Francisco Conservatory. -Education- Degree: Bachelor's in Music Performance School: University of Colorado at Boulder Dates: 2016-08 Degree: Bachelor's in Music Performance School: University of Colorado at Boulder Dates: 2016-08 Degree: Bachelor's in Music Performance School: University of Colorado at Boulder Dates: 2016-08